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CHICAGO SCHOLARS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR CLASS OF 2028
More than 500 first generation and under-resourced Chicago high school juniors will be selected to take part in the rigorous academic and leadership program, primed to become Chicago’s next generation of leaders.
Tenia Davis Joins NORC as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
NORC at the University of Chicago is pleased to announce that Tenia Davis, PhD, has joined the organization as its first-ever senior vice president (SVP) and chief human resources officer (CHRO). An accomplished HR leader, Davis brings more than two decades of demonstrated expertise in leading HR strategy and operations for global, highgrowth companies.
More Than 400 People Attend Black Tech Talent’s 2nd Annual Community TechFest
On Saturday, November 12, 2022, Black Tech Talent held its 2nd annual Community TechFest at coworking space Fueled Collective - Downtown in Minneapolis. Sponsored by Best Buy, Arctic Wolf, and Sunrise Banks, the event saw more than 400 attendees throughout the event’s four-hour duration. Keynote speaker Tarek Tomes, Commissioner and Chief Information Officer at Minnesota IT Services, discussed his experiences pursuing a career in technology and what piqued his interest in the field, while outlining the importance of attending events such as Community TechFest to spark inspiration for one’s future.
RODERICK DREW TALKS ABOUT ILLINOIS TOLLWAY, DIVERSITY AND EQUITABLE TRANSIT
Roderick Drew is the Associate Vice President at HNTB. For the last nine years, Drew has been working with HNTB on their program management team, working with the Illinois Tollway.
MAYOR LIGHTFOOT, CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION JOIN SECRETARY BUTTIGIEG TO CELEBRATE KEY MILESTONE IN O’HARE 21 PROJECT WITH FAA DECISION
Following a thorough environmental review, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued its finding there is “no significant impact” of the proposed Terminal Area Plan from the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), paving the way to start construction on two new satellite concourses at O’Hare International Airport — the new O’Hare Global Terminal that will replace Terminal 2 — and other associated projects Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced today at a celebratory event with Secretary Pete Buttigieg of the Department of Transportation (DOT), which oversees the FAA.
CSU Announces New Vice President of Enrollment Management
Chicago State University is excited to announce that Oscar Rodriguez has joined the University as Vice President of Enrollment Management. Mr. Rodriguez was hired after rigorous national search process with considerable input from the CSU community. As Vice President for Enrollment Management, he serves as the University’s chief strategist on all matters related to undergraduate enrollment.
Artist with Local Ties Receives A Grammy Nomination
Matt Benson, also known as Matt B, has been nominated for a Grammy Award for his song, “Gimme Love,” that he recorded with Ugandan performing artist Eddy Kenzo.
Soles4Souls partners with Communities in Schools to provide warm weather items
On the fourth floor of the Lawndale Christian Health Center, located 3750 N. Ogden, West side residents were treated to a personal shopping event. Racks of coats, labeled by size, shoes along the wall were categorized by size and whether it was adult or children, and backpacks and tote bags were stacked on tables, along with boxes of masks.
MAYOR LIGHTFOOT LAUNCHES FIRST PHASE OF $10 MILLION EQUITABLE TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) has launched the first phase of the Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) grant program, a $10 million initiative. This initiative, supported by funding from the Chicago Recovery Plan, will fund and support community- led, equitable development near train stations and high-frequency bus corridors.
BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION LAUNCHES FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND $50 MILLION PROGRAM TO HELP NONPROFITS MAKE CRITICAL ENERGY UPGRADES
The Biden-Harris Administration, through the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), released a Request for Information (RFI) seeking public comment on a new $50 million energy upgrade pilot program for nonprofits. Funded by President Biden’ s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Energy Efficiency Materials Program will help nonprofits purchase materials and implement building upgrades to decrease utility costs, create healthier community spaces and help reduce carbon emissions in commercial buildings.
State Legislators, Anti-Domestic Violence Advocates Highlight Need and Statewide Support for the Pretrial Fairness Act As Veto Session Begins
130+ organizations representing thousands of Illinoisans sent an open letter to legislators urging them to only pass amendments to the Pretrial Fairness portions of the SAFE-T Act that remain true to the promise of this historic racial justice legislation.
‘Stay Well HBCU Campus Tour’ aims to keep college students healthy this homecoming season
After two years of canceled events because of COVID-19, homecomings are back in-person at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the country. To keep students and alumni healthy as they celebrate, the “Stay Well HBCU Campus Tour,” hosted by the “We Can Do This” campaign, which recently released the “On Point” TV spot as seen on CNN, will visit campuses in multiple states.
This the season to save. Eight tips to stretch your money this holiday shopping season.
Consumer purchasing power is more diverse than ever , with Black consumers as central drivers of seasonal spending. As you prepare your holiday shopping list – and your budget – remember, a little bit of planning can go a long way toward achieving a financially healthy holiday season. With the holiday shopping season upon us, here are eight essential money-saving tips:
City Treasurer, City Leaders, and the March of Dimes Honor Sigma Gamma Rho for 100 Years of Public and Community Service and Commitment to Empowering Communities by Education
City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin joined Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, members of the Black Caucus, and representatives from the March of Dimes to honor one of the nation’s most historic Black Greek letter organizations, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., and to thank its 100,000 members for the contributions to Chicago’s – and the nation’s – African American communities for the past 100 years.